1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1980 Ferrari 208 is newer by 25 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 208 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |