1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2013 Ford Explorer is newer by 52 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, 2013 Ford Explorer (286 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Explorer weights approximately 746 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 2013 Ford Explorer 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, 2013 Ford Explorer 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Explorer. (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8: 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5006 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2291 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
