USA vs USA — 1966 vs 1966
| Coronet Super Bee 440 Six Pack | Chevy II Nova SS 396 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 390 hp | 375 hp |
| Torque | 480 lb-ft | 420 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 7,210 cc | 6,489 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 5.8 sec | 5.9 sec |
| Top Speed | 135 mph | 130 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.5 sec | 13.9 sec |
| Weight | — | 3,300 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,946 mm | 2,794 mm |
| Length | 5,207 mm | 4,686 mm |
| Original MSRP | — | $2,990 |
| Value (Excellent) | $130,000 | $150,000 |
| Collectibility | 5/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 8/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1966 Dodge Coronet Super Bee 440 Six Pack brings quicker acceleration, higher top speed to the table, and the 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS 396 answers with stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Muscle Car cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1966 Dodge Coronet Super Bee 440 Six Pack versus the 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS 396. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1966 Dodge Coronet Super Bee 440 Six Pack producing 390 hp and the 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS 396 delivering 375 hp. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1966 Dodge Coronet Super Bee 440 Six Pack edges ahead at 5.8 seconds versus 5.9 seconds. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1966 Chevrolet Chevy II Nova SS 396 rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.