1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP) has 291 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Ford Cortina | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cortina | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 340 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 483 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 117 L |
