1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Chevrolet Sprint
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 725 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Sprint, 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint. (78 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Sprint.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Chevrolet Sprint | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Sprint |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2260 mm |
