1967 Opel Record vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm) has 666 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (152 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Opel Record | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Opel | Chevrolet |
Model | Record | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2511 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 818 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2685 mm |