1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2006 Dodge Magnum is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Because 2006 Dodge Magnum is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Magnum 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Magnum. (258 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Magnum |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |
