1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 24 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 363 kg more than 1992 Ferrari F40.
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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F40 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 575 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
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 | 1463 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 120 L |