1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Ferrari 312
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 312 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 312 (488 HP @ 12200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 665 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 312.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 312 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 12200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2520 mm |
