1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 137 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera, 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Alfa Romeo Brera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corvette | Brera |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1538 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
