2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 313 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F40 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2934 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 472 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |