1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Land Rover 109
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Land Rover 109 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Corvette | 109 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |