1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 TVR Sagaris
To start off, 2003 TVR Sagaris is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Sagaris (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Sagaris should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 389 kg more than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Sagaris. (451 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Sagaris.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 TVR Sagaris | |
Make | Chevrolet | TVR |
Model | Corvette | Sagaris |
Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 57 L |