1959 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford E-350
To start off, 2011 Ford E-350 is newer by 52 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-350 weights approximately 1430 kg more than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Ford E-350 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | E-350 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4636 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2111 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3505 mm |