1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 202 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chevelle | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5011 cc | 5352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
