1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 45 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 149 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (152 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Brilliance BS6, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Brilliance |
Model | Corvette | BS6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |