2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Ginetta G33
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ginetta G33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ginetta G33 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1990 Ginetta G33. (198 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Ginetta G33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 576 kg more than 1990 Ginetta G33. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ginetta G33. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ginetta G33.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Ginetta G33 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
| Model | Corvette | G33 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 41 L |
