1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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 92 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 209 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Passat |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
