1947 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 16 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1947 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 398 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |