1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari GTO is newer by 19 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 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 355 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (496 Nm). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | GTO |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
