2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale. (373 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Maserati Barchetta Straale | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | Barchetta Straale |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
