1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 36 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 296 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL, 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Corvette | EL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2619 mm |
