2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT
To start off, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (389 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford FPV BF GT weights approximately 355 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2005 Ford FPV BF GT (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford FPV BF GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Ford FPV BF GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | FPV BF GT |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5407 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 389 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 105.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |