1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (230 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Galant, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Corvette | Galant |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |