2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Morris Oxford
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Morris Oxford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Morris Oxford would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1959 Morris Oxford. (49 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Morris Oxford.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Morris Oxford. (106 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Morris Oxford.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Morris Oxford | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvette | Oxford |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 1488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |