1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1994 Ferrari F512 M
To start off, 1994 Ferrari F512 M is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari F512 M (440 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari F512 M should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari F512 M weights approximately 53 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari F512 M. (499 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari F512 M.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 1994 Ferrari F512 M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F512 M |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 440 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 310 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 110 L |