1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 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, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 318 kg more than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
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 @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Morgan Aero 8. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1132 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |