1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue
To start off, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue is newer by 36 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 15 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (212 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue weights approximately 166 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, 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue, 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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue. (311 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Oldsmobile Intrigue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | Intrigue |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
