1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 8 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 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 | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |