2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Ford 17 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | 17 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 60.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |