1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 590 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Sienna |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |