2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 650 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Silverado | F40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 472 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 120 L |
