1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1995 Infiniti J30 is newer by 34 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 17 more horse power than 1995 Infiniti J30. (210 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Infiniti J30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1961 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 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Infiniti J30, 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Infiniti J30. (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Infiniti J30 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | J30 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| 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 | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
