2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2008 Ferrari 599 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 250 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, 2008 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. 2008 Ferrari 599 has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari 599 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 612 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 21.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 105 L |
