2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari 512 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari 512 M would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari 512 M. (500 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 512 M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4942 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
