1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Hummer H1
To start off, 2004 Hummer H1 is newer by 45 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 6,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Hummer H1. (205 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Hummer H1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hummer H1 weights approximately 1872 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Hummer H1 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, 2004 Hummer H1 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, 2004 Hummer H1 (597 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm). This means 2004 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Corvette | H1 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4636 cc | 6504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 205 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 3272 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3310 mm |
