2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Ferrari 275
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 275. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 275 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 275. (296 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 275. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 276 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 275. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 275. (294 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 275.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Ferrari 275 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 275 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 133 L |
