1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 39 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
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, 2007 Hyundai Tiburon, 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 (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
