1968 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 758 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, 1985 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |
