1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP) has 95 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 143 kg more than 1974 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari Dino. (283 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | Dino |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2924 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
