1977 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F50 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F50 (671 HP) has 464 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (207 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 564 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F50.
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 Ferrari F50 (521 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette. (346 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | F50 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 671 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 371 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 Weight | 1564 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 84 L |
