1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ferrari 512 TR weights approximately 115 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 512 TR | Corvette |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4943 cc | 6200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 423 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 501 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
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 | 1570 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1244 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |