2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Vauxhall Velox
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Velox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Velox would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Velox. (200 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Velox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Vauxhall Velox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corvette | Velox |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 48 L |
