2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 248 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F355 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 364 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |