2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB. (260 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Ferrari 328 GTB | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 328 GTB |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 1850 cc |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1263 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
