1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1993 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1993 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1993 Ford Falcon. (268 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Falcon weights approximately 270 kg more than 1967 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Falcon. (420 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1993 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Falcon |
Year Released | 1967 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2800 mm |