1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Ford GT
To start off, 2009 Ford GT is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford GT weights approximately 293 kg more than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Ford GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | GT |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |