2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Infiniti G
To start off, 2013 Infiniti G is newer by 5 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti G. (338 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti G weights approximately 860 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti G, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti G. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Infiniti G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4657 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2850 mm |
