1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Ferrari F55
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F55 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F55 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F55 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F55.
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 Ferrari F55 (759 Nm) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 1995 Ferrari F55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Ferrari F55 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | F55 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 261 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 110 L |
