1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 263 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 406 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2087 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |