1957 Austin A 95 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 90 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | A 95 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 544 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |