2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2011 Lexus LFA is newer by 7 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LFA 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 2011 Lexus LFA.
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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus LFA. (480 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus LFA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | LFA |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4805 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 325 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4505 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2605 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
