1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Ferrari Dino is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 151 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | Dino |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
