1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 48 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 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (281 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 284 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler 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 (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Wrangler. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
