1968 Sunbeam Rapier vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Sunbeam Rapier would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1968 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Sunbeam Rapier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 470 kg more than 1968 Sunbeam Rapier. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Sunbeam Rapier | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Sunbeam | Chevrolet |
Model | Rapier | Corvette |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1725 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |