1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1973 Avanti Avanti is newer by 18 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 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 357 kg more than 1955 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Chevrolet | Avanti |
Model | Corvette | Avanti |
Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |