1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP) has 229 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 424 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2685 mm |
