2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Ferrari F430. (490 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 30 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 (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 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 2008 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Corvette | F430 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 7011 cc | 4309 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 490 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 465 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 315 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 4.1 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 | 1495 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 110 L |