2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mythos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mythos would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mythos. (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mythos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | Mythos |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 96 L |
