2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 278 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. 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 399 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6258 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 465 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 705 Nm | 306 Nm |
Top Speed | 302 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |