1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Chevrolet Corvette 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Chevrolet Oldsmobile
Model Corvette Toronado
Year Released 1957 1969
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4638 cc 6967 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 230 HP 385 HP
Torque 407 Nm 644 Nm
Engine Bore Size 98.4 mm 104.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76.2 mm 101 mm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5370 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 3030 mm


 

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