2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos

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 Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.

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 Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 Mythos has manual transmission. 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 Mythos
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Express Mythos
Year Released 2009 1989
Body Type Van Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4300 cc 4942 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 376 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 480 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
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 1250 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2100 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1070 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 96 L


 

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