1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 47 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 73 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Sprinter. (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Dodge Sprinter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Sprinter |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 2688 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3560 mm |