1973 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | F430 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 483 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 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 Length | 4700 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
