1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 299 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR2. 2011 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1965 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Corvette | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
