2008 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 306 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Avalanche | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2202 kg | 1896 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 120 L |