1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 11 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 156 more horse power than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Matra-Simca M530 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Matra-Simca |
Model | Corvette | M530 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |