1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Dodge Sidewinder
To start off, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Sidewinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (641 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 418 kg more than 1997 Dodge Sidewinder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Dodge Sidewinder (719 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Sidewinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Dodge Sidewinder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Sidewinder |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 8000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 719 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1057 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2850 mm |