1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (216 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Ram. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Ram |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3580 mm |