1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Pontiac Banshee
To start off, 1988 Pontiac Banshee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Banshee. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 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 152 kg more than 1971 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:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1988 Pontiac Banshee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Corvette | Banshee |
Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |