1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 2 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. 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 (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Bizzarrini | Chevrolet |
Model | GT | Corvette |
Year Released | 1970 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 5360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2500 mm |