1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Acura RL
To start off, 2011 Acura RL is newer by 46 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, 2011 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura RL weights approximately 477 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Acura RL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Corvette | RL |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4971 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |