1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Passat (198 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 35 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5360 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
