1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 307. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 307. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 307 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1558 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |