1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 51 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 96 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 469 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, 2008 Chevrolet Captiva, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chevrolet Captiva | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Captiva |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |