1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 47 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, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 1031 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | GX |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
