1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 963 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
Model | Corvette | 650T |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 41 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1850 mm |