1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 26 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 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 348.
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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 348 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 95 L |