2011 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (163 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 97 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT. (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Corvette | GT |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 574 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
