1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 HP) has 720 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 285 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Koenigsegg |
| Model | Corvette | Agera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 1100 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Biofuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
