1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 49 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 7 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 943 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Durango |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
