2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Dodge Dart
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 572 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Dodge Dart | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Dart |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3249 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 789 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |