1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Corvette |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |