1977 Ferrari Dino vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 122 kg more than 1977 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari Dino | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | Dino | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2925 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.9 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |
