1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 760 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford F-150. (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-150 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |