2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Ferrari 456
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ferrari 456. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ferrari 456 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 1992 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1992 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 456 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 110 L |
