1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 is newer by 36 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, 1991 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 348 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 95 L |
