1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Dodge Ram
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 33 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 289 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
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 (488 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Dodge Ram. (447 Nm). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Ram |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3020 mm |
