2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro 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 382 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 266 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (278 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Comodoro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
