2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 Singer Vogue II
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Singer Vogue II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Singer Vogue II would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Singer Vogue II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 658 kg more than 1963 Singer Vogue II. 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Singer Vogue II. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Singer Vogue II.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 Singer Vogue II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Singer |
Model | Corvette | Vogue II |
Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1592 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 47 L |