1970 Peugeot 504 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 547 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 182 kg more than 1970 Peugeot 504. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Peugeot 504 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
Model | 504 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 638 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 818 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2685 mm |