1991 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun 240Z would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 507 kg more than 1973 Datsun 240Z. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Datsun |
| Model | Corvette | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2300 mm |
