1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 44 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 41 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 480 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 206 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
