2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Ferrari 255 S
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 664 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. 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.
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2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Ferrari 255 S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 255 S |
Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2715 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
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 | 1514 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 159 L |