1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 373 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica. (423 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Ferrari 410 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 410 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |