1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1949 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 564 kg more than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1949 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Corvette | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 106 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |