1994 Alfa Romeo RZ vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Alfa Romeo RZ | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | RZ | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
