1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 50 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 537 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 2013 Cadillac XTS 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
Model | Corvette | XTS |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2831 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |