2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ferrari 550

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari 550 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (600 HP) has 122 more horse power than 2000 Ferrari 550. (478 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ferrari 550.

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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (759 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ferrari 550. (563 Nm). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ferrari 550.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Corvette 2000 Ferrari 550
Make Chevrolet Ferrari
Model Corvette 550
Year Released 2007 2000
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6998 cc 5474 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 600 HP 478 HP
Torque 759 Nm 563 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2510 mm


 

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