1980 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,765 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Chevrolet Corvette. 1980 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2007 Maserati GT has manual transmission. 2007 Maserati GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Corvette | GT |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5765 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
