1967 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 471 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo GTA | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | GTA | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 6995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 104.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |