1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Chrysler 300
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Chrysler 300. (296 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1996 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, 1955 Chrysler 300 (477 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 1955 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | 300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 296 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 477 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3210 mm |