1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 35 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 3,868 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 104 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, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette (302 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 1990 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Camaro |
Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3868 cc | 3133 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |