1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 1976 Holden Sunbird is newer by 11 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 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1976 Holden Sunbird. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5044 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2590 mm |