2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Lotus Europa
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1968 Lotus Europa. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 972 kg more than 1968 Lotus Europa. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Lotus Europa | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Corvette | Europa |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1470 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 596 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |