2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Maserati 151
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1962 Maserati 151. (355 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Maserati 151.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Maserati 151. (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Maserati 151.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | 151 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 487 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2310 mm |
