1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1971 Triumph TR6 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 123 more horse power than 1971 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 315 kg more than 1971 Triumph TR6. 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 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Triumph TR6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | TR6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |
