2006 Acura MDX vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 49 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Acura MDX. (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 76 kg more than 2006 Acura MDX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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 (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura MDX. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | MDX | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2600 mm |
