1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 37 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 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (533 HP) has 133 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (400 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 379 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari 612. (589 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari 612.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 612 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6999 cc | 5752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 533 HP |
Torque | 624 Nm | 589 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 108 L |