2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1969 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 449 kg more than 1969 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford 17. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | 17 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 483 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |