2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP) has 270 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina.
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 Express (498 Nm) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Express | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
