2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Steyr 650T

To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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 (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1965 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1965 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Corvette 1965 Steyr 650T
Make Chevrolet Steyr
Model Corvette 650T
Year Released 2004 1965
Engine Size 5970 cc 643 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 20 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 543 Nm 40 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1577 kg 500 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 2970 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1330 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 1850 mm


 

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