1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 48 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 277 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Corvette | Commander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4636 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2790 mm |
