2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. (310 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 336 kg more than 2002 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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. (542 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Monteverdi |
| Model | Corvette | High Speed 375 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 125 L |
