1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Ferrari 330
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 330 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 330 (296 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 330 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 187 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 330.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 330 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
