2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1975 Ferrari 208. (168 HP @ 7700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Ferrari 208. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 111 kg more than 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ferrari 208. (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ferrari 208.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 208 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
