1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 54 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Avanti Avanti | 1992 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
Model | Avanti | Corvette |
Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 512 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1514 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |