1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. (340 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 512 BB has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 512 BB | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5665 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 117 L |
