2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 335 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Record |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
