1967 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | Spider | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2582 cc | 6160 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 1 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 424 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 424 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |