2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Rover 2000
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1970 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Rover 2000 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Rover 2000. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2640 mm |
