1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 275 (296 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 275 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 279 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275.
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 (385 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 275. (294 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 275.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 275 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 296 HP |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 133 L |
