2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1976 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1976 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 422 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 120 L |
