1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 GMC Sierra is newer by 49 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 35 more horse power than 2009 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Sierra.
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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Corvette | Sierra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |