1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,361 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 150 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Thunderbird. (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |