1960 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z
To start off, 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z (251 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvair.
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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1960 Chevrolet Corvair | 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Zagato |
Model | Corvair | Ferrari 3Z |
Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |