2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2004 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. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1944 Oldsmobile 66 has manual transmission. 1944 Oldsmobile 66 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | 66 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1944 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3030 mm |
