2002 Ferrari 456M vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (400 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 330 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ferrari 456M. (551 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ferrari 456M | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 456M | Corvette |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5499 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 637 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |