2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari F355. (376 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 89 kg more 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | F355 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1261 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
