1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1959 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 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (292 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2470 mm |
