1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 262 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Corvette | 307 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
