2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 612. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 612 would be higher. At 5,746 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 545 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 612.
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, 2003 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Express | 612 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1350 mm |