1964 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1964 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
