1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Chrysler Charger
To start off, 1971 Chrysler Charger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (318 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Chrysler Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Charger |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
