1954 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 312 kg more than 1988 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:
| 1954 Chrysler Windsor | 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Windsor | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5420 cc | 5740 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2580 mm |
