1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 505 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
