1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2012 Volvo XC60 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, 2012 Volvo XC60 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo XC60. (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Corvette | XC60 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1921 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2748 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |