1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph TR4 would be higher. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 223 kg more than 1963 Triumph TR4.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (692 Nm) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | TR4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
