The Chevrolet Corvette is an American classic, and it’s the dream car of many sportscar enthusiasts. However, this iconic vehicle has not stood pat over the years. The eighth generation of Corvettes (C8) began in 2020 with a revolutionary mid-engine design, but some people still prefer the long-hooded seventh-generation Corvette (C7). If you’re thinking about buying a new or used Corvette, Ciocca Corvette of Atlantic City will be glad to help you choose one from our vast pre-owned inventory. We’ve created the following comparison of the C7 and C8 Corvettes to assist with your decision.
Exterior Design
The most obvious and controversial difference between the C7 and C8 Chevy Corvettes is the exterior. The C8 Corvette (2020-present) has a canopy-forward stance with a shorter hood and a longer rear deck. Some Baltimore drivers like its Ferrari-like body, which has many angles, creases, and character lines, along with large air ducts sprouting from the rear quarter panels.
The C7 Chevy Corvette (2014-2019) is known for its long hood and curved fenders. Many people in Philadelphia prefer the C7 Corvette’s muscle-car styling, which harkens back to its historical roots.
Acceleration
The C8 Chevy Corvette Stingray takes advantage of lighter materials, advanced aerodynamics, and stronger engines for unmatched acceleration. You’ll have no trouble merging onto the Anacostia Freeway in Washington DC with the C8 Corvette Stingray, which can rocket from 0 to 60 mph in just 2.9 seconds.
The C7 Chevy Corvette Stingray is also fast, with a top speed of 181 mph. However, it takes 3.7 seconds for the C7 Corvette Stingray to get to 60 mph from a standstill.
Interior & Cargo Space
The C7 Chevy Corvette Coupe has a hatchback-like rear that provides New York drivers with 15 cubic feet of cargo space to stow their luggage or golf clubs. The C7 Corvette Convertible has a 10-cubic-foot trunk.
The C8 Chevy Corvette (Coupe and Convertible) has a front trunk and a rear trunk with a combined 12.6 cubic feet of cargo space.
Contact Ciocca Corvette of Atlantic City to Learn More About Our Selection
The Chevy Corvette has timeless styling and stellar performance regardless of whether you get a C7 or a C8 generation model. Our Florida-area customers will find both versions at Ciocca Corvette of Atlantic City. You can shop online, and delivery is available. Contact our dealership for more details.