1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 550 kg more than 1955 Ferrari 255 S. 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 Corvette | 1955 Ferrari 255 S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 255 S |
Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 159 L |