1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2001 Opel Speedster 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 83 more horse power than 2001 Opel Speedster. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 452 kg more than 2001 Opel Speedster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Speedster. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Corvette | Speedster |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 94.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 948 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2340 mm |