1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | GT | Corvette |
Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1569 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |