1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | Mythos |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 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 | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 96 L |