1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Chrysler Newport
To start off, 1968 Chrysler Newport is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chrysler Newport (305 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 495 kg more than 1962 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, 1968 Chrysler Newport (543 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Chrysler Newport | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Newport |
Year Released | 1962 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 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 | 1470 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3160 mm |