2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1947 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 6,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1947 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 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:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1947 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Corvette | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6995 cc | 3903 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 |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3030 mm |
