1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Ferrari 306
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 306 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 306. (241 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
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) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 306. (265 Nm). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Ferrari 306 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 306 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1884 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
