1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 40 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 45 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 124 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima, 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
