2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 723 kg more than 2005 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Corvette | New Yorker |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 544 Nm | 420 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 2163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 100 L |