2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1964 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 485 kg more than 1964 Triumph TR4. 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 (542 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph TR4. (172 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph TR4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 2138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
