1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 47 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 348. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 348 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
