1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 866 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Ram |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 551 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1908 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3569 mm |