1970 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ferrari 365 GT 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 113 more horse power than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 118 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ferrari 365 GT | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 365 GT | Corvette |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4388 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |