1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 40 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 136 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop will offer significantly more control. 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 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Corvette | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
