1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,740 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford E-350.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (502 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford E-350. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1988 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | E-350 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5740 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 2140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 132 L |