1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 242 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Zephyr | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 68 L |
