1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 794 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter, 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 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Corvette | Transporter |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
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 | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |