1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1943 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1943 Ford Taunus. (34 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1943 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 670 kg more than 1943 Ford Taunus. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1943 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
