1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (422 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 2 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
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, 1996 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 512 M |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 422 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 500 Nm |
| 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2560 mm |
