1989 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano weights approximately 177 kg more than 1989 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, 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano (608 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Corvette. (468 Nm). This means 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 599 GTB Fiorano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 612 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
