1989 Alpine V6 vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1989 Alpine V6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Alpine V6. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 220 kg more than 1989 Alpine V6. 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alpine V6. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Alpine V6 | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alpine | Chevrolet |
Model | V6 | Corvette |
Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |