1973 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Triumph GT6 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Chevrolet Corvette (386 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm). This means 1973 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Triumph |
| Model | Corvette | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 95 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2110 mm |
