1953 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 1955 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher.
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:
1953 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Corvette | Phantom |
Year Released | 1953 | 1955 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3690 mm |