2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1988 Ford Falcon

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1988 Ford Falcon. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Falcon.

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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Falcon. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Falcon.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Corvette 1988 Ford Falcon
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Corvette Falcon
Year Released 2007 1988
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7010 cc 3949 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 505 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 637 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4470 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2800 mm


 

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