2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1948 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 319 kg more than 2006 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:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 3902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
