2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 456M |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5473 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |