2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1982 Ferrari 400
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 27 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 311 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 400.
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, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1982 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Colorado | 400 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1982 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 186 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 120 L |