1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford GT
To start off, 2005 Ford GT is newer by 48 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford GT weights approximately 208 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, 2005 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | GT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 551 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
