1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 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 F50 (750 HP) has 549 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 550 kg more than 1996 Ferrari F50.
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 F50 (520 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 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 F50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F50 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 750 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 520 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69 mm |
Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 376 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 | 907 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |