1963 Riley Elf vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 790 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Riley Elf, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Riley Elf | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Riley | Chevrolet |
| Model | Elf | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 319 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
