1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 590 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Lexus LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Corvette | LS |
Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 84 L |