2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1968 Ford Fairlane. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 204 kg more than 1968 Ford Fairlane. 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:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 40 L |
