1981 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
