1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena
To start off, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena is newer by 35 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 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena weights approximately 315 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena (773 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ferrari KS 360 Modena | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | KS 360 Modena |
Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 3572 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 773 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 110 L |