1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti EX is newer by 54 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti EX 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, 2011 Infiniti EX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Corvette | EX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
