1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 40 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 137 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 20 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Alfa Romeo GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Corvette | GT |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |