1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 51 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 32 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 831 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Express |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |