1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 350 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 282 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2000 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 6258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 465 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 302 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
