1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 30 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1998 Lotus Elise. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 696 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | Elise |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
