2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 206 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 6198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 103.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
