2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (320 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 120 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 119 L |