1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 186 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla, 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Corvette | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |