1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 31 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 (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 141 kg more than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Grand Am.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 69 L |