2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 52 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick Enclave weights approximately 546 kg more than 1957 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Buick Enclave 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, 2009 Buick Enclave 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 (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Buick Enclave. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Enclave | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 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 | 1946 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2470 mm |