1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 303 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 Galaxy, 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 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1779 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
