1999 Ferrari F355 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Ferrari F355. (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ferrari F355 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | F355 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2685 mm |
