1963 Morris Oxford vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP) has 578 more horse power than 1963 Morris Oxford. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 382 kg more than 1963 Morris Oxford. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Morris Oxford | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Morris | Chevrolet |
| Model | Oxford | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 638 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
