2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast
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 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 111 more horse power than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (395 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 89 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
