2007 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1980 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ferrari 308. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1980 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Colorado | 1980 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Colorado | 308 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
