2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 599 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Zenvo ST1 weights approximately 110 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 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Zenvo |
| Model | Corvette | ST1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3055 mm |
