2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1957 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 595 kg more than 1957 Morris Isis. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Morris Isis. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Morris Isis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morris |
Model | Corvette | Isis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2470 mm |