1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 79 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Rover 45, 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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | 45 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
