1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Ford E-350
To start off, 2009 Ford E-350 is newer by 47 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350.
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, both vehicles can yield 475 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2009 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1962 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3510 mm |
