1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Lexus LX
To start off, 2006 Lexus LX 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Lexus LX. (275 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus LX weights approximately 390 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Lexus LX 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, 2006 Lexus LX 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 (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus LX. (450 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus LX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | LX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 96 L |
