1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Daewoo Magnus
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Magnus is newer by 42 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 96 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (131 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Magnus weights approximately 150 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, 2002 Daewoo Magnus, 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Magnus. (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Magnus.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Daewoo Magnus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daewoo |
Model | Corvette | Magnus |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |