1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2005 Ford Bantam is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 402 kg more than 2005 Ford Bantam. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Bantam, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (454 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1036 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 54 L |
