2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Falcon. (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | Falcon |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 424 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |