1956 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford E-350
To start off, 2006 Ford E-350 is newer by 50 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (245 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 7 kg more than 2006 Ford E-350.
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, 2006 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette. (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | E-350 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4638 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 12 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1227 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 132 L |