1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Ferrari 246
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 246 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 147 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 246.
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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (353 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari 246. (226 Nm). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari 246.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Ferrari 246 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 246 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 196 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
