1966 Checker Town vs. 1959 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1966 Checker Town is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,636 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Checker Town. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Checker Town weights approximately 320 kg more than 1959 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 Checker Town | 1959 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Town | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 4636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2470 mm |
