1961 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2000 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 360 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1961 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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1961 Chevrolet Corvair | 2000 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvair | 360 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 2368 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |