2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi 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 166 more horse power than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (340 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 48 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 512 BBi |
Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 4942 cc |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1499 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |