1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 41 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 10 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mustang |
Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 4599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 556 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |