1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 41 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Ram |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5881 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 129 L |
