1947 Oldsmobile 66 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 284 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Oldsmobile 66 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Chevrolet |
| Model | 66 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3903 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2685 mm |
