2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (193 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Ferrari Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 210 kg more than 1973 Ferrari Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ferrari Dino. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | Dino |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 59.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
