1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 51 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. 2008 Dodge Charger 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. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Corvette | Charger |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |