1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 54 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 365 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Ferrari 365 GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 365 GT |
Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |