1967 Alvis TF vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alvis TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alvis TF would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1967 Alvis TF. (150 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Alvis TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alvis TF weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alvis TF. (247 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alvis TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alvis TF | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alvis | Chevrolet |
| Model | TF | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
