2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 400 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 330 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, 2002 Ferrari 456M (551 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. (544 Nm). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | 456M |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 551 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 110 L |
