2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1979 Ferrari 312
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP @ 12300 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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.
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2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1979 Ferrari 312 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Lumina | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 12300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |