1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 507 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo 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, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
