1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Maserati 250
To start off, both 1957 Chevrolet Corvette and 1957 Maserati 250 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 250 (267 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 250 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 706 kg more than 1957 Maserati 250.
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 | 1957 Maserati 250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Corvette | 250 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 670 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |