1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Morris Oxford
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP) has 280 more horse power than 1968 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 386 kg more than 1968 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Corvette | Oxford |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
