1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1991 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 35 kg more than 1991 Ferrari 348. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ferrari 348.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 348 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 95 L |
