1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Ford F-250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-250. (296 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1238 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-250 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, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 2640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 144 L |
