1986 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Matra-Simca M530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Matra-Simca M530 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 503 kg more than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Matra-Simca M530 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Corvette | M530 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |
