2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Steyr 650T

To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 913 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Corvette 1965 Steyr 650T
Make Chevrolet Steyr
Model Corvette 650T
Year Released 2001 1965
Engine Size 5664 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 385 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 1850 mm