1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-250. (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-250. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1971 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | E-250 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 388 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |