1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | NP300 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |