1963 Triumph TR4 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1963 Triumph TR4. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 496 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Triumph TR4 | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Triumph | Chevrolet |
| Model | TR4 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2138 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
