1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada

To start off, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 40 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, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada.

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1961 Chevrolet Corvette 2001 Oldsmobile Bravada
Make Chevrolet Oldsmobile
Model Corvette Bravada
Year Released 1961 2001
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4637 cc 4195 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 272 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 2000 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 76 L