1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Buick Century
To start off, both 1956 Chevrolet Corvette and 1956 Buick Century were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,281 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick Century (255 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick Century should accelerate faster 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Buick Century | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Buick |
| Model | Corvette | Century |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 5281 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 255 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
