2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z. (251 HP @ 7500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z.
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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2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Zagato Ferrari 3Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Zagato |
Model | Corvette | Ferrari 3Z |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 73.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 58.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |