2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 173 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Corvette |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 61 L |