2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Ferrari 458
To start off, 2013 Ferrari 458 is newer by 10 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 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ferrari 458 (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ferrari 458 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 120 kg more than 2013 Ferrari 458.
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, 2013 Ferrari 458 (540 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Ferrari 458 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. 2013 Ferrari 458 has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ferrari 458 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Ferrari 458 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 458 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4527 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1937 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1213 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 86 L |
