2009 Ferrari 456M vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 456M (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. (424 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 456M weights approximately 198 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari 456M | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
| Model | 456M | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 68 L |
