2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1966 Ford Cortina
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP) has 381 more horse power than 1966 Ford Cortina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 371 kg more than 1966 Ford Cortina. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Cortina. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1966 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Corvette | Cortina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 36 L |
