2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1968 Chevrolet Corvair | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Corvair |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2750 mm |