1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Banshee weights approximately 306 kg more than 1963 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.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Banshee |
Year Released | 1963 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 4042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |