2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Ferrari F40
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari F40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari F40 would be higher. At 8,201 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari F40 (622 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (600 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (815 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari F40. (720 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari F40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | F40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8201 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 622 HP |
| Torque | 815 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 120 L |
