1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 55 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 2012 Nissan NP300 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | NP300 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2486 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2960 mm |