1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 43 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 79 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Golf |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |