1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Steyr 650T

To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1968 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 972 kg more than 1968 Steyr 650T. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Steyr 650T.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Chevrolet Corvette 1968 Steyr 650T
Make Chevrolet Steyr
Model Corvette 650T
Year Released 1988 1968
Engine Size 5733 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 515 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1472 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 1850 mm


 

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