1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Hyundai Genesis
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Genesis 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 Hyundai Genesis (343 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 207 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 Hyundai Genesis (400 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Hyundai Genesis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Corvette | Genesis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1385 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
