2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Ferrari F430. (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari F430 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ferrari | Chevrolet |
Model | F430 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 483 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 311 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |