2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 62 kg more than 2003 Ford GT.
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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |
