2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Morgan 4
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 1972 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 418 kg more than 1972 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |