2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Ford GT 40
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1966 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 709 kg more than 1966 Ford GT 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 125 L |
