1996 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. (498 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lotec Testa de Oro | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Lotec | Chevrolet |
| Model | Testa de Oro | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 7000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 741 HP | 498 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1451 kg |
