1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1420 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2007 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford F-250 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford F-250. (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-250 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 2892 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3490 mm |