1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 44 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-350 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
