1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Rover 214
To start off, 1995 Rover 214 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1995 Rover 214. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 214. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 368 kg more than 1995 Rover 214. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 214, 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 214. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 214.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Rover 214 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | 214 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |