2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Morris Cowley
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Cowley. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Cowley would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP) has 345 more horse power than 1957 Morris Cowley. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Cowley. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Cowley weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Cowley. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Cowley.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Morris Cowley | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvette | Cowley |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 546 Nm | 107 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 |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 52 L |