2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1981 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 305 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, 1981 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm). This means 1981 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 1981 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1981 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1981 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 118 L |
