1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 California. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 California would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 California weights approximately 57 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari 365 California. (363 Nm). This means 1985 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 365 California |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 133 L |
