1966 Checker Town vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Checker Town. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Checker Town would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1966 Checker Town. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 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 280 kg more than 2012 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. 1966 Checker Town has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Checker Town will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Checker Town | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Checker | Chevrolet |
| Model | Town | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3766 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2685 mm |
