2007 Volkswagen Passat vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (248 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 258 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volkswagen Passat | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Passat | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
