1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 55 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 145 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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 (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Corvette | Jimny |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |