1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
