1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 4 kg more than 2012 McLaren MP4-12C.
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, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C has automatic transmission and 1987 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Chevrolet | McLaren |
| Model | Corvette | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
