1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1995 Opel Calibra is newer by 32 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 132 more horse power than 1995 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 185 kg more than 1995 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Opel Calibra. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Opel Calibra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Calibra |
Year Released | 1963 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |