2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Peugeot 404
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 404. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 404.
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 (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 404. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 404.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 404 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |