1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 260 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 585 kg more than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (126 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
Model | Corvette | Vitesse |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 70 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 126 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2270 mm |