2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, both 2004 Ferrari 360 and 2004 Chevrolet Corvette were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 50 kg more than 2004 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 (486 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2004 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2004 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 360 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | 360 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 486 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 53 L |