2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (653 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo weights approximately 379 kg more than 2006 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, 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo (815 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm). This means 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Ferrari 512 BBi Turbo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 512 BBi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 815 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
