1969 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford E-250
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 37 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 119 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-250. (226 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | E-250 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 226 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 132 L |