2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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 402 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Lumina | 458 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 570 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 86 L |
