1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane
To start off, both 1968 Chevrolet Corvette and 1968 Ford Fairlane were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1968 Ford Fairlane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Ford Fairlane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Fairlane |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2960 mm |