2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1984 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (400 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1984 Ferrari GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 569 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ferrari GTO. (496 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ferrari GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1984 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | GTO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1830 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
