1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 is newer by 37 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 235 more horse power than 2005 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 483 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44. 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 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan 44. (160 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | 44 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
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 | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |