1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2002 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2002 Ford GT 40 is newer by 40 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, 2002 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1962 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, 1962 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2002 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 107 L |