1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Porsche 356
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP) has 241 more horse power than 1956 Porsche 356. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 523 kg more than 1956 Porsche 356. 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Porsche 356. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Corvette | 356 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 488 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |