2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | GT 40 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 107 L |