1971 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 890 kg more than 1971 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Bizzarrini GT. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Bizzarrini GT | 1994 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 5727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
