1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 164 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | Jetfire | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
