2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Ferrari 330
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 330 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 1968 Ferrari 330. (296 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Ferrari 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 18 kg more than 1968 Ferrari 330. 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 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari 330. (390 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Ferrari 330 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
