2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1944 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 63 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1944 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1944 Oldsmobile 66.
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.
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2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1944 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
Model | Corvette | 66 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1944 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |