1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 14 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2013 Volvo XC60, 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2774 mm |
