1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P5 weights approximately 8 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |