1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Ford Galaxy

To start off, 2009 Ford Galaxy is newer by 42 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 157 more horse power than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1967 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Galaxy. (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Galaxy.

Compare all specifications:

1967 Chevrolet Corvette 2009 Ford Galaxy
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette Galaxy
Year Released 1967 2009
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5354 cc 2293 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 300 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 488 Nm 203 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1725 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 70 L


 

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