1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Holden FE
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Holden FE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Holden FE would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 592 kg more than 1957 Holden FE. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Holden FE. (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Holden FE. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1957 Holden FE has manual transmission. 1957 Holden FE will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Holden FE | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Corvette | FE |
Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |