1968 Ferrari 365 GTB vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (347 HP @ 7500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 264 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB. (431 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GTB | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 365 GTB | Corvette |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 347 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 127 L | 68 L |