2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Dodge Coronet
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Coronet would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Coronet weights approximately 99 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Dodge Coronet. (293 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Dodge Coronet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Dodge Coronet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Coronet |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 3690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 505 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
