2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1961 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 541 more horse power than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 579 kg more than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Vauxhall VX4. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Vauxhall VX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1961 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corvette | VX4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1508 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1003 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
