1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Volvo V50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 will offer significantly more control. 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Corvette | V50 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |
