1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 720 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Bizzarrini GT | 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Chevrolet |
Model | GT | Corvette |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 4636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |