2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1965 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1577 kg more than 1965 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Corsair. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Corsair. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1965 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Silverado | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
