1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1988 Rover Vitesse 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 (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (178 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Rover Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Rover Vitesse weights approximately 77 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Rover Vitesse, 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 (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Rover Vitesse. (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Corvette | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
