2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph Dolomite 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 373 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 319 kg more than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 56 L |
