1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 50 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Captiva |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.3 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4673 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1756 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2707 mm |