1950 Chrysler Windsor vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1950 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Chrysler Windsor | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Windsor | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4920 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2685 mm |
