1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 849 kg more than 1965 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Econoline |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3510 mm |