1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 51 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hummer H3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Corvette | H3 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3420 mm |
