1992 Ferrari 456 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 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 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 202 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 456. (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 456. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 456. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 456.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ferrari 456 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 456 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 436 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |