1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1999 Dodge Dakota is newer by 40 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Dodge Dakota.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Dodge Dakota (468 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4636 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3330 mm |
