2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (345 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 317 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 (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Corvette |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |