1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, 2006 Isuzu I-280 is newer by 43 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 72 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 635 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | I-280 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
