2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 920 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348.
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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 348 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 | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Express | 348 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
