1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2003 Ford Econoline is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,638 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1956 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, 1956 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1956 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Econoline |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |