1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 605 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 605. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 605. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1961 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 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 605, 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 605. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 605 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2810 mm |
