1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Opel Record
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Opel Record would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 151 more horse power than 1957 Opel Record. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Opel Record.
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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Opel Record. (98 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Opel Record | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Corvette | Record |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
