1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Acura RDX
To start off, 2011 Acura RDX is newer by 48 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 60 more horse power than 2011 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RDX weights approximately 408 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Acura RDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RDX 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RDX. (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Acura RDX | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Corvette | RDX |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1869 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2649 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 68 L |