1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Ford F-150 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2000 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford F-150 weights approximately 612 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2000 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford F-150 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford F-150. (338 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
