2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari GTO (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 310 kg more than 2004 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, 1984 Ferrari GTO (496 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
