1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 36 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 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 232 more horse power than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 219 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 2450 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
