1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1580 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corsair | Express |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1663 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3429 mm |
