2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 Lotus Elite
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP) has 315 more horse power than 1962 Lotus Elite. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 810 kg more than 1962 Lotus Elite. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lotus Elite. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 Lotus Elite | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | Elite |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 29 L |
