1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2013 Scion tC. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 23 kg more than 2013 Scion tC. 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion tC. (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Scion tC | |
Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
Model | Corvette | tC |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1377 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1415 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2700 mm |