2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 58 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. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Corvette | GT 40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 85 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 72.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 125 L |