1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Ford GT 500
To start off, 2007 Ford GT 500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford GT 500 (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford GT 500 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford GT 500 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Ford GT 500 (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford GT 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Ford GT 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | GT 500 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5409 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 262 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 66 L |