2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 619 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | |
Make | Chevrolet | Daimler |
Model | Corvette | One-O-Four |
Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 3468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |