1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica weights approximately 169 kg more than 2013 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.
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1958 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 410 Superamerica | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4961 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |