1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. (323 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1309 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Silverado |
Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 516 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 2838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6337 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1965 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4018 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 136 L |