1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 44 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, 2008 Honda Accord (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 200 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Accord |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |