1967 Ford Corsair vs. 2008 GMC Savana
To start off, 2008 GMC Savana is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Savana (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1967 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 1256 kg more than 1967 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, 2008 GMC Savana (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford Corsair | 2008 GMC Savana | |
Make | Ford | GMC |
Model | Corsair | Savana |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 399 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 2141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |