1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
Model | Corvette | 9 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |