1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Infiniti M
To start off, 2007 Infiniti M is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti M (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti M 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti M. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti M. 2007 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1956 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | M |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
