1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 154 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Quest, 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 (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Quest |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |