1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series is newer by 50 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2013 Ford E-Series. (222 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford E-Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford E-Series weights approximately 1236 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford E-Series. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | E-Series |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.38:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 150 L |