1985 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost
To start off, 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1985 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 Rolls-Royce Ghost (780 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette. (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Rolls-Royce Ghost | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Corvette | Ghost |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3465 mm |
