1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Land Rover 88
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP) has 210 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 160 kg more than 1960 Land Rover 88. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Land Rover 88. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Land Rover 88.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Land Rover 88 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Corvette | 88 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
