1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning
To start off, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning (236 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 82 kg more than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
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) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning. (305 Nm). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Vauxhall VX Lightning | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corvette | VX Lightning |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 236 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2420 mm |
