1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP) has 83 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 6 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 393 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2810 mm |