1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Holden Berlina
To start off, 2005 Holden Berlina is newer by 37 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 196 more horse power than 2005 Holden Berlina. (204 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Berlina weights approximately 109 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 (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Berlina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Holden Berlina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Berlina |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |
