2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 230 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
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 Lumina (531 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 396 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
