1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Lotus 11
To start off, both 1955 Chevrolet Corvette and 1955 Lotus 11 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1955 Lotus 11. (74 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Lotus 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 847 kg more than 1955 Lotus 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Lotus 11 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Corvette | 11 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2160 mm |
