1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 49 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1329 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Silverado |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 8032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1971 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3396 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 136 L |