1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 566 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lexus RX. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Lexus RX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | RX |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 211 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |