2007 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 10 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Brera | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 6998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 635 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
