1957 Allard GT vs. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 310 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Allard | Chevrolet |
| Model | GT | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 5968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
