1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 51 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 4 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo S60. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | S60 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2776 mm |
