1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1983 Donkervoort S7
To start off, 1983 Donkervoort S7 is newer by 26 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (110 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Donkervoort S7.
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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Donkervoort S7. (163 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Donkervoort S7. 1983 Donkervoort S7 has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Donkervoort S7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1983 Donkervoort S7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Donkervoort |
Model | Corvette | S7 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 110 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 163 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1080 mm |