1959 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 340 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvair. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chevrolet Corvair | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvair | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 5666 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
