1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4. (336 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
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1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 365 GT4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 336 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |