1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Chrysler Windsor
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler Windsor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler Windsor would be higher. At 5,420 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler Windsor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 460 kg more than 1965 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:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Chrysler Windsor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | Windsor |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5420 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
