1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 52 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 55 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 903 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen T5. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen T5.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | T5 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |