1995 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 123 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. 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, 1995 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 512 BB |
Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
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 | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |