1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 53 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 105 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Maverick weights approximately 111 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Maverick |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |