1962 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 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, 2010 Ford Mustang (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 133 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 (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (440 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1962 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mustang |
Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5361 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
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 | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4778 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2720 mm |