1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 357 kg more than 1987 Ferrari F40.
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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari F40 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | F40 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2936 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 472 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 68 L |