1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 508 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 43 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Chevelle | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
