1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Touareg, 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 (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Touareg |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1318 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |