1966 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1966 Cadillac Sixty. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 654 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:
| 1966 Cadillac Sixty | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sixty | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
