1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 348 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1986 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ferrari 348. (324 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Ferrari 348 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 348 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 75 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 | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |