1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | F-350 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 495 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3490 mm |