2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 70 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 360 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |