2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 132 kg more than 2007 Ferrari F430.
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 (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Corvette | F430 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 483 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 seconds | 4.3 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 | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 95 L |
