1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (95 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 241 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 75 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |