1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2005 Lancia Thesis 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 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 69 more horse power than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 315 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, 2005 Lancia Thesis, 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 (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lancia Thesis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lancia |
Model | Corvette | Thesis |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2385 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2830 mm |