1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 166 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1958 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 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | 75 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |