1999 Ford Econoline vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 7,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (213 HP @ 2800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 984 kg more than 2012 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (575 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Econoline | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7275 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2445 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2685 mm |
