1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Holden Statesman
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 46 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 400 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 2003 Holden Statesman 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. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
