1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 50 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, 2007 Lexus LS (376 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 569 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, 2007 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Corvette | LS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 4608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 493 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 84 L |
