1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 348 is newer by 20 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1988 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 5 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 348 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 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 | 1460 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 95 L |