1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i40 is newer by 43 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 187 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 188 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, 2011 Hyundai i40, 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 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | i40 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
