2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 TVR T 440 R
To start off, 2008 TVR T 440 R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 TVR T 440 R (434 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 TVR T 440 R should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 TVR T 440 R weights approximately 98 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 440 R. (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 440 R.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 TVR T 440 R | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | T 440 R |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 434 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |