2008 Ford F-350 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-350. (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350. 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford F-350 | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | F-350 | Corvette |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6802 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1492 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6260 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1237 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 115 L | 68 L |