2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Rover 2000
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1968 Rover 2000. (142 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Rover 2000 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Rover 2000. (272 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | 2000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1330 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 |
