2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2009 Buick Enclave. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 471 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Enclave | 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Enclave | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 6491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
