2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Innocenti 950
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1962 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 721 kg more than 1962 Innocenti 950. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Innocenti |
| Model | Corvette | 950 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2130 mm |
