2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Moretti Coupe

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Moretti Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Moretti Coupe would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP) has 480 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 931 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Corvette 1968 Moretti Coupe
Make Chevrolet Moretti
Model Corvette Coupe
Year Released 2006 1968
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Size 6998 cc 499 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 506 HP 26 HP
Torque 637 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 104.8 mm 65 mm
Engine Stroke Size 101.6 mm 63.5 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1451 kg 520 kg
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 3350 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1370 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 1850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 30 L


 

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