2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Ferrari 306
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 306. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 306 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1976 Ferrari 306. (241 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Ferrari 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 306 weights approximately 364 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 306. (265 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Ferrari 306 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 306 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1884 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
