2004 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 758 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton. (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Phaeton | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Phaeton | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
