1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1992 Ford Scorpio

To start off, 1992 Ford Scorpio is newer by 32 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 119 more horse power than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Ford Scorpio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Scorpio. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Scorpio.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Chevrolet Corvette 1992 Ford Scorpio
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette Scorpio
Year Released 1960 1992
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4637 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 227 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 408 Nm 177 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2770 mm


 

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