1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1987 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Ferrari 208. (254 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ferrari 208. (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1987 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 208 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 120 L |
