1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 128 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 Volkswagen T5 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | T5 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
