2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1979 Ferrari 312
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ferrari 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ferrari 312 would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 312 (508 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (465 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 855 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 312.
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 | 1979 Ferrari 312 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 312 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6258 cc | 2991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 465 HP | 508 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |