1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 540 kg more than 2007 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | 44 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 261 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 | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |