1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 39 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 93 more horse power than 1999 Opel Vectra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 70 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Vectra. (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Vectra |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |