1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Chrysler Aspen
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 48 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Aspen. (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Aspen.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Chrysler Aspen | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | Aspen |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 299 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 57 L |