1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Ginetta G
To start off, 1991 Ginetta G is newer by 34 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Ginetta G. (197 HP @ 5280 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Ginetta G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 525 kg more than 1991 Ginetta G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ginetta G. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ginetta G.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Ginetta G | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ginetta |
Model | Corvette | G |
Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5280 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2240 mm |