1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Tata E. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Tata E. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Tata E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
Model | Corvette | E |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |