2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1989 Ferrari 208 has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari 208 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | 208 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 120 L |
