1961 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2009 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 48 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 531 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 595 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 | 2009 Ferrari 599 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvair | 599 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2368 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 612 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7600 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 | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 105 L |