1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Ford F-450
To start off, 2011 Ford F-450 is newer by 43 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 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-450. (399 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-450.
Because 2011 Ford F-450 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, 2011 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, 2011 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. 2011 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6999 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 399 HP |
| Torque | 624 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 142 L |
