2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 150 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | Maranello |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
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 | 1500 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 114 L |