2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1968 Ford Mustang. (335 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Mustang.
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 (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Mustang. (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Mustang |
Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6995 cc | 7010 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 335 HP |
Torque | 637 Nm | 597 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 105 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 101.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |