2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP) has 378 more horse power than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 604 kg more than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Corvette | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 431 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 586 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 40 L |
