1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 42 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 27 more horse power than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 135 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Chrysler Sebring, 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chrysler Sebring. (262 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Sebring |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |