1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 758 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Corvette |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |