1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 69 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Corvette |
Year Released | 1955 | 1956 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3868 cc | 4638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1227 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |