2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 146 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pininfarina |
Model | Corvette | Rossa |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 485 HP |
Torque | 483 Nm | 570 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |