1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Ford Econoline
To start off, 2001 Ford Econoline is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econoline weights approximately 826 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Ford Econoline | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Econoline |
Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3510 mm |