1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2003 Ford Econoline is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 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 925 kg more than 1959 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, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Econoline |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3510 mm |