1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 452 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | 17 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 60.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |