2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Peugeot 604
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 604. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 604 would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 604. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 604. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 604. (215 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 604.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 604 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6199 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |