1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 741 kg more than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Savana (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Savana |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 117 L |