2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Maserati Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 49 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Coupe. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Coupe | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | Coupe | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 819 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4476 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1236 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |