2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (315 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (412 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Express | 400 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 412 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1818 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 | 120 L |