1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1969 TVR Tuscan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (134 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 465 kg more than 1969 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 TVR Tuscan. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 TVR Tuscan.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |