2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (336 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1983 Ferrari 308. (230 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1983 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 244 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 308. 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 Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ferrari 308. (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Lumina | 308 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 2925 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |