1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 45 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 27 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (200 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 100 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, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (299 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Malibu |
Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 299 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |