2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1983 Ferrari 400
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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,324 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Express. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. 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 (454 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 400. (393 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1983 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5324 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 118 L |
