1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander

To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.

Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Chevrolet Corvette 2012 Land Rover Freelander
Make Chevrolet Land Rover
Model Corvette Freelander
Year Released 1955 2012
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4344 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 195 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.3 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 2030 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2670 mm