1956 Porsche 550 A vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 550 A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 550 A would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 550 A. (108 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 550 A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 916 kg more than 1956 Porsche 550 A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche 550 A | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 A | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2685 mm |
