1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin 3-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 3-Litre | Corvette |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |