2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1139 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Corvette | Park Ward |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 5377 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 499 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |