1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (318 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Titan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 318 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3560 mm |