1968 Chevrolet Corvair vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvair would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 903 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvair. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvair has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvair | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvair | F-450 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 2375 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4379 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 142 L |