1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 213 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (245 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 250 GT has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 250 GT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2952 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
