1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 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 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Corvette | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
