1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 280 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
