2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1965 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 820 kg more than 1965 Volkswagen 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
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2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1965 Volkswagen 1500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Silverado | 1500 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 40 L |