1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1971 Ferrari 312
To start off, both 1971 Chevrolet Vega and 1971 Ferrari 312 were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 312 (464 HP @ 12600 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 445 kg more than 1971 Ferrari 312.
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. 1971 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1971 Ferrari 312 has manual transmission. 1971 Ferrari 312 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 1971 Ferrari 312 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Vega | 312 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 464 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 12600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
