2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Morgan 4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1999 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 386 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Morgan |
Model | Corvette | 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 505 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |