1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Triumph TR6
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph TR6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph TR6 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1972 Triumph TR6. (104 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph TR6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 490 kg more than 1972 Triumph TR6. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph TR6. (194 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph TR6.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Triumph TR6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Corvette | TR6 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 64 L |