1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 53 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 434 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |