1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 98 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |