2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lexus SC would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Lexus SC. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 112 kg more than 1996 Lexus SC. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (540 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lexus SC. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1996 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |
