2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 308. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 289 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 308. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 308 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 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 | 1569 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |