2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Ferrari F355. (375 HP @ 8250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Ferrari F355. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 84 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F355 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |