2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1964 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 426 more horse power than 1964 Morris Oxford. (39 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1964 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 334 kg more than 1964 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Morris Oxford. (81 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1964 Morris Oxford | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
| Model | Corvette | Oxford |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6258 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 465 HP | 39 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1126 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
