1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | E-150 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 125 L |