2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 400. (306 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 569 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
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 Express (506 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 400. 2008 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1982 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1982 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Express | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Express | 400 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 392 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 118 L |