1991 Ferrari F40 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 420 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1991 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1991 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari F40 | 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | F40 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 5664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 117 L |
