2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 470 kg more than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corvette | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
