1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 243 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1956 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 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Kizashi, 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |