1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Holden Berlina

To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 32 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2000 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 177 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.

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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Berlina.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Chevrolet Corvette 2000 Holden Berlina
Make Chevrolet Holden
Model Corvette Berlina
Year Released 1968 2000
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 350 HP 204 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 305 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1463 kg 1640 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1550 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2950 mm


 

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