1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Lotus 49
To start off, both 1968 Chevrolet Corvette and 1968 Lotus 49 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Lotus 49 (405 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Lotus 49 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 894 kg more than 1968 Lotus 49.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Lotus 49 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | 49 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 5360 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 516 kg |
