1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 48 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 84 more horse power than 2004 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 358 kg more than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Corvette | 9 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
