1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 44 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 (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (127 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu KB weights approximately 430 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | KB |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 2405 cc |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 207 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
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 | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |