2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 200 kg more than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari Maranello. (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari Maranello.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
| 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 Weight | 1845 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 114 L |
