2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. (314 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8201 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 260 HP |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |
