1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Savana |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2761 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |