2008 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 43 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
