1978 Buick Regal vs. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Regal weights approximately 30 kg more than 1960 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Regal | Corvette |
Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |