1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1980 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1980 Ferrari 208. (153 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1980 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 315 kg more than 1980 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 208. (171 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1980 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 208 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| 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 | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
