Ford and Chevy: Which is the Better NASCAR Ride?

Chevrolets Have Historically Dominated NASCAR

In the history of NASCAR, Chevrolet has been the most successful manufacturer, winning 39 manufacturer championships and 816 races.

Kevin Harvick has won 58 Cup Series races, including the 2014 championship, driving a Chevrolet.

Fords Have Been Gaining Ground in Recent Years

In recent years, Ford has made significant gains on Chevrolet. Ford won the manufacturer's championship in 2018 and 2019, and its drivers have won the Cup Series championship three times in the past six years.

Team Penske driver Joey Logano won the 2018 championship in a Ford, and Stewart-Haas Racing driver Kevin Harvick won the 2014 title in a Chevrolet.

Which Manufacturer Has the Advantage at Atlanta?

Atlanta Motor Speedway is a 1.54-mile oval track. In the past, Chevrolet has had the advantage on this type of track.

However, Ford has made gains at Atlanta in recent years. In the past five races at Atlanta, Ford drivers have won three times, while Chevrolet drivers have won twice.

Kevin Harvick on the Strengths of the Ford and Chevrolet

Kevin Harvick, who has driven for both Chevrolet and Ford in his Cup Series career, said that the two manufacturers have different strengths.

"The Chevrolet is a little bit better on the short tracks and the road courses," Harvick said. "The Ford is a little bit better on the bigger tracks."

Harvick said that he believes the Ford will have the advantage at Atlanta this weekend.

"I'm going with the Ford of William Byron," Harvick said. "I think he's going to be tough to beat."

Conclusion

The debate over which manufacturer is better in NASCAR is a long-standing one. Both Chevrolet and Ford have had their periods of dominance, and both have their strengths and weaknesses.

At Atlanta Motor Speedway, the Ford has had the advantage in recent years. However, the Chevrolet is still a strong contender, and it will be interesting to see which manufacturer comes out on top this weekend.