1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 56 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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chrysler 300 (534 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | 300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1376 kg | 1828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1492 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
