2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 142 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari Dino. (264 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Ferrari Dino | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | Dino |
Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2925 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 264 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |