2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2012 Ford Mustang

To start off, 2012 Ford Mustang is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mustang. (412 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mustang weights approximately 227 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mustang. (528 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mustang.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Corvette 2012 Ford Mustang
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette Mustang
Year Released 2000 2012
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6258 cc 5000 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 465 HP 412 HP
Torque 705 Nm 528 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 1687 kg
Vehicle Length 4570 mm 4778 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1877 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 64 L 61 L


 

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