2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 110 kg more than 1957 Riley 2.6. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Riley |
Model | Corvette | 2.6 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |