1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 27 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 375 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F40 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 2934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 120 L |