2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1954 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Plymouth Belvedere weights approximately 40 kg more than 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1954 Plymouth Belvedere | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Corvette | Belvedere |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2930 mm |
