2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Vauxhall Magnum
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Magnum 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 429 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 453 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. 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 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum. (131 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Vauxhall Magnum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corvette | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
