1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 240 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvair | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
