1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1977 Buick Century
To start off, 1977 Buick Century is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,658 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1977 Buick Century. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Century.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Century. (320 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1977 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Corvette | Century |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 6658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
