1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 166 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Coupe. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Coupe |
Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 88 L |