1957 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford E-150
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 50 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 (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-150. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-150.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chevrolet Corvette (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-150. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-150. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1957 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1957 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4638 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
