1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 14 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (240 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 188 kg more than 1982 Ferrari 308. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 308 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2855 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 260 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |