2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (57 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 629 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Vauxhall Victor. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Corvette | Victor |
Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |