2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is newer by 4 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica 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, 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ferrari 575 Superamerica | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 575 Superamerica |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 589 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 105 L |