2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1097 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 208. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 208. (170 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | 208 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2350 mm |
