1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 612 is newer by 49 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 2,286 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 765 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.
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1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvair | 612 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |