1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (336 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 210 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. 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.
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1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |