1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Honda NSX
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX is newer by 37 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 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Honda NSX. (290 HP @ 7100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX. 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Honda NSX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | NSX |
Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |