2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 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 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 129 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Corvette | P5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 506 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |