1950 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 90. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 90 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 90. (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 90 | 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 90 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 6997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1266 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |