1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini Manta would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. (350 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Bizzarrini Manta.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini Manta. (511 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini Manta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Chevrolet |
| Model | Manta | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5732 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
