1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Studebaker Champion
To start off, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker Champion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker Champion would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker Champion. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker Champion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Studebaker Champion weights approximately 25 kg more than 1957 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:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Studebaker Champion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Studebaker |
| Model | Corvette | Champion |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2970 mm |
