1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 277 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Thesis |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |