1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Corvette | Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
