2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP) has 279 more horse power than 1967 Morris Oxford. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Morris Oxford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 439 kg more than 1967 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 (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris Oxford. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvette | Oxford |
Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 339 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 483 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |