1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 512 BB |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5734 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 355 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
