1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo is newer by 15 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 370 kg more than 1968 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. Let's talk about torque, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (635 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
