1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 54 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 45 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 907 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Volkswagen T5 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, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | T5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
