1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 50 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Express (280 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1353 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.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Express |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |