1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Chevrolet SS
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet SS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet SS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet SS. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet SS.
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, 1991 Chevrolet SS (468 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm). This means 1991 Chevrolet SS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Chevrolet SS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | SS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 468 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3000 mm |
