1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR7 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 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1976 Triumph TR7. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1976 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Triumph TR7. 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 (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Triumph TR7. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Triumph TR7.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Corvette | TR7 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |