1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Zastava 750
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Zastava 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Zastava 750 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1962 Zastava 750. (24 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Zastava 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1962 Zastava 750. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Zastava 750. (46 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Zastava 750.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Zastava 750 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Zastava |
Model | Corvette | 750 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |