2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Morgan Plus 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Morgan Plus 8 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (617 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (187 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
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 (789 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Morgan Plus 8. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | Plus 8 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 789 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 201 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 Length | 4440 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |