2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 308 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 266 more horse power than 1982 Ferrari 308. (239 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Ferrari 308.
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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ferrari 308. (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 308 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
