2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Impala 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 275 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 302 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Impala |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
