2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
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 Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Silverado | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2520 mm |
