2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Vector M12
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Vector M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Vector M12 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Vector M12.
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, 1999 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. (544 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vector |
| Model | Corvette | M12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
