1965 Ferrari 330GT vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 330GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 330GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (300 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 31 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ferrari 330GT. (391 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ferrari 330GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 330GT | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330GT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
