1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Opel Diplomat
To start off, 1968 Opel Diplomat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (227 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Diplomat weights approximately 215 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Diplomat. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Diplomat.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Opel Diplomat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Diplomat |
Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 5354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |