2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS should accelerate faster than 1962 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, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTS | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 5361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
