1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1948 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1948 Morris Oxford. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1948 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 572 kg more than 1948 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Morris Oxford. (88 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Morris Oxford. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1948 Morris Oxford has manual transmission. 1948 Morris Oxford will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1948 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Corvette | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |
