1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 Land Rover Serie II
To start off, 1971 Land Rover Serie II is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1971 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Land Rover Serie II 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Land Rover Serie II. (158 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Land Rover Serie II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 Land Rover Serie II | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | Serie II |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2780 mm |