1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
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 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 908 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (1,139 Nm) has 934 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 1139 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 680 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
