1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 47 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 213 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 599 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 9000 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 | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 105 L |
