1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1989 Avanti Avanti 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 304 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Avanti Avanti | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Avanti | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avanti | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4637 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2470 mm |
