1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico (279 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 457 kg more than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico. (309 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Ferrari 340 Mexico | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 340 Mexico |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 279 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 229 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 | 1457 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
