1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 53 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
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 (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1955 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Corvette | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4344 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |
