1982 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Daimler DK
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (201 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 575 kg more than 1982 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm). This means 1982 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Daimler DK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
| Model | Corvette | DK |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4617 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |
