1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB is newer by 27 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, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 113 kg more than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB.
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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. (260 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 328 GTB |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
