1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2002 Lancia Thesis is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 285 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (671 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Thesis. (263 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Thesis. 2002 Lancia Thesis has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lancia Thesis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
| Model | Corvette | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 213 HP |
| Torque | 671 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
