2007 Maserati GT vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati GT would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2007 Maserati GT. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Maserati GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati GT. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati GT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Maserati GT | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | GT | Corvette |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 431 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 586 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |