1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Peugeot 407. (161 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 196 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, 2009 Peugeot 407, 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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 407. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 407 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |