1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1996 Nissan Maxima is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 35 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Maxima, 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Maxima |
Year Released | 1964 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |