2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Ferrari F355.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (485 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ferrari F355. (373 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F355 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 373 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2460 mm |