1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Toyota F-1
To start off, 2002 Toyota F-1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2002 Toyota F-1. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota F-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota F-1 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Toyota F-1 (430 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota F-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Toyota F-1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Corvette | F-1 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1610 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
