1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford Flex
To start off, 2011 Ford Flex is newer by 48 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Flex weights approximately 653 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Flex, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford Flex | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Flex |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |