2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Rover P6
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1963 Rover P6. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover P6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover P6. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover P6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Rover P6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 85.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |