1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 48 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (151 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 329 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Sharan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |