1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 35 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1972 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:
| 1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 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 | 255 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 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 |
