1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 40 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 219 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
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 (475 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | W12 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5361 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
