1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Ram. (330 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Ram. (509 Nm). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Ram |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5621 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 2962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
