1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Morgan 44
To start off, 2006 Morgan 44 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 162 more horse power than 2006 Morgan 44. (115 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 692 kg more than 2006 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan 44. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2006 Morgan 44 has manual transmission. 2006 Morgan 44 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 | 2006 Morgan 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
| Model | Corvette | 44 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 265 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
