1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Porsche 550 A
To start off, 1957 Porsche 550 A is newer by 2 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 4,344 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 621 kg more than 1957 Porsche 550 A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Porsche 550 A | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Corvette | 550 A |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2110 mm |
