2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Morgan 4
To start off, 2003 Morgan 4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2003 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2003 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 533 kg more than 2003 Morgan 4. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | 4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |