2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Ferrari 512 TR
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (422 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 54 kg more than 1992 Ferrari 512 TR.
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, 1992 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Ferrari 512 TR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 512 TR |
Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4943 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 422 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 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 | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 110 L |