2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Triumph 1500
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph 1500 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1972 Triumph 1500. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Triumph 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 113 kg more than 1972 Triumph 1500. 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Triumph 1500. (110 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Triumph 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Triumph 1500 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 644 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |
