1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 558 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Corvette | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |