1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Kia K2700
To start off, 2007 Kia K2700 is newer by 42 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 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2007 Kia K2700. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia K2700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia K2700 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia K2700. (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia K2700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Kia K2700 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
Model | Corvette | K2700 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 5352 cc | 2665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |