1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 278 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 365 GT4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 244 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 | 1438 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
