1955 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 58 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series should accelerate faster than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 553 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette. (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | E-Series |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4344 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.06:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 25 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 150 L |