1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 26 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 932 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Touareg |
Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 91.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |