1968 Ferrari 330 vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 330. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari 330 has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari 330 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
