2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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 (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F430 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |