1996 Ferrari 512 M vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ferrari 512 M 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 66 kg more than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari 512 M | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 512 M | Corvette |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6200 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 422 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 819 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
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 | 1455 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4476 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |