1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 41 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 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 151 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |
