1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa
To start off, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa is newer by 30 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa (300 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa weights approximately 115 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa. (323 Nm). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Ferrari 348 TS Targa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 348 TS Targa |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2560 mm |
