1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Rover 200

To start off, 1997 Rover 200 is newer by 38 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 195 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 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 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Rover 200, 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Chevrolet Corvette 1997 Rover 200
Make Chevrolet Rover
Model Corvette 200
Year Released 1959 1997
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4636 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 227 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 84.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 89 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1400 kg 1205 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4280 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2510 mm