1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Ram. (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Ram |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3580 mm |
