2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (498 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Ferrari F430. (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | F430 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 498 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 104 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 68 L |