2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 213 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 512 BB |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 110 L |