2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 1 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. (339 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari F430. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2005 Ferrari F430 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari F430 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:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | F430 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 339 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 117 L |
