1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 44 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 HP) has 755 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Corvette | Agera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 1100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Biofuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
