2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (221 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 275 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT. (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
