1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 39 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 123 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1481 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-250 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4198 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 144 L |