1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 MG MGB
To start off, 1969 MG MGB is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1969 MG MGB. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 MG MGB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 583 kg more than 1969 MG MGB. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 MG MGB. (149 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 MG MGB.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 MG MGB | |
Make | Chevrolet | MG |
Model | Corvette | MGB |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 149 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2320 mm |