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


 

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