1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT 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 100 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (280 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 395 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
