1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1967 Triumph 2000 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1967 Triumph 2000. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 306 kg more than 1967 Triumph 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph 2000. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
