2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Ford 17
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 17 would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (431 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1967 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 532 kg more than 1967 Ford 17. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (586 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 17. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Ford 17 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | 17 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 431 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 586 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
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 | 1582 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |