2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Ferrari 360. (395 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Ferrari 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 81 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ferrari 360. (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | 360 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |