1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 701 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-150 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3050 mm |