2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Moretti SS
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Moretti SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Moretti SS would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1969 Moretti SS. (51 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Moretti SS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 566 kg more than 1969 Moretti SS. 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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Moretti SS. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Moretti SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Moretti SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Moretti |
| Model | Corvette | SS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2040 mm |
