2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 410 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 360 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3571 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |