2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2008 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 7 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (282 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Morgan Aero 8. (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Morgan Aero 8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 250 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 | 1187 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |